Case Manager (ORR) (Bilingual Spanish)
About The Position
The HeartShare St. Vincent’s Services (HSVS) Nuevo Camino program provides a supportive and nurturing environment for 38 unaccompanied minors, ages 5-12. The program offers transitional foster homes, daily educational services Monday through Friday, and wrap-around services in Brooklyn, NY. The program is committed to trauma-informed, culturally appropriate, and needs-tailored service delivery, while adhering to all Office of Refugee Resettlements (ORR) program requirements. The Nuevo Camino program is seeking a case manager to oversee and support these young persons. The case manager will identify appropriate sponsors (parents or guardians) for the child's release and unification. They will assess the safety and well-being of potential sponsors, identifying and discussing any concerns with the Nuevo Camino team and Federal Field Specialist. Additionally, the case manager ensures the child receives essential services including medical and dental care, mental health services, basic education, orientation, and legal screening.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or equivalent required.
- 1 year of similar experience required.
- Bilingual and fluent in English and Spanish required.
- Strong communication and writing skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with clients and co-workers.
- Knowledgeable about working with immigrant youth population.
- Superior organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to manage time effectively, multi-task, and determine priorities.
- Knowledgeable about ACS/OCFS regulations governing disciplinary actions.
- Experience and facility working with Microsoft Office Applications.
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
- Proof of vaccination prior to start date required.
- CPR-Certified a plus.
Nice To Haves
- CPR-Certified
Responsibilities
- Identify an appropriate sponsor (parents or guardians) for the child's release and unification.
- Assess the safety and well-being of potential sponsors.
- Identify any concerns with potential sponsors and discuss them with the Nuevo Camino team and Federal Field Specialist.
- Ensure the child in the transitional home is receiving essential services such as medical and dental care, mental health services, basic education, orientation, and legal screening.
- Provide oversight and support to unaccompanied minors.
- Comply with ORR program requirements.
Benefits
- Rewarding Work in a team environment.
- Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.
- 403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.
- Health, dental, vision and life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit).
- Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
- Tuition Assistance Program.
- Professional Development opportunities.
- Wellhub Discount
- Verizon Wireless Discount.
- BJs Membership discount.
- Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates & more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
